Lindy Smart User Manual
KVM Extender SMART
User Manual English
Benutzerhandbuch Deutsch
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LINDY No. 32397
www.lindy.com
© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED & LINDY-ELEKTRONIK GMBH - FIRST EDITION (March 2005)
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the LINDY KVM Extender SMART. The KVM Extender SMART allows
you to control your PC, server or KVM switch from a keyboard, mouse and monitor at distances
of up to approximately 150 metres (500 feet) away using low cost CAT5 or higher cable.
The KVM Extender SMART consists of a Transmitter (Local) unit and a Receiver (Remote) unit.
The Transmitter connects to a computer or KVM switch. The Receiver unit is located at a
remote location and connects to a keyboard, monitor and mouse console. The KVM Extender
SMART converts the PS/2 and VGA signals into a signal that can be transmitted over
inexpensive CAT5 Ethernet cable.
The KVM Extender SMART is ideal for network managers and system administrators – a
workstation can be connected to the Receiver unit allowing the operator to work on his
computer or remotely on the KVM switch. Additionally, a local console can be connected to the
Transmitter unit for direct access to the KVM switch. Both local and remote consoles can
access the servers connected to the KVM switch simultaneously, governed by a short timeout.
Using the KVM Extender SMART to remotely access a computer:
Remote
Operators PC
Remote C
Using the KVM Extender SMART to remotely access a KVM Switch:
onsole
Remote Receiver
Up to 150m
Remote
erators PC
O
Remote Console
Remote Receiver
Up to 150m
Local Computer
Local Console
Local Transmitter
Local Console
Local
Transmitter
KVM Switch
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Features
Provides a convenient and secure method of remotely locating workstations or
servers without compromising convenience and control
Distances of up to 150m supported between local and remote units
Dual console operation – control your computer / KVM Switch from both local and
remote locations
Remote Receiver unit features a built-in KVM Switch – allowing control of a local PC
High-resolution video support: 1280 x 1024 @ 100m
800 x 600 @ 150m
Adjustable VGA Tuning control to improve video quality
Easy, user-friendly installation – no software required
Supports PS/2 keyboard/mouse and VGA monitor signals
Compatible with all major operating systems
Package Contents
Local Transmitter unit
Remote Receiver unit
9V DC, 500mA Power Adapter (for the Remote Receiver unit)
1 x 3-in-1 KVM cable
This manual
System Requirements
VGA, SVGA or Multisync monitor for each console. The monitor should be capable
of supporting the highest resolution you will be using on any computer in the
installation
PS/2 keyboard and mouse for each console
Note: If you experience problems with mouse functionality, try using the same brand and
model of mouse on both local and remote units.
Additional Cable Requirements
If you want to connect a workstation to the remote receiver you require a 3-in-1 KVM cable (not
included). For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we strongly recommend that
you use high quality LINDY 3-in-1 KVM cables. The following lengths are available:
1m No. 33711
2m No. 33712
3m No. 33713
5m No. 33714
For connecting the local and remote units, Category 5 UTP, STP, FTP or PIMF cable is the
minimum requirement. Using lower quality cable will result in a degraded video signal.
See
www.lindy.com for our extensive range of CAT5 and higher cable.
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Product Information
Local Transmitter unit
Computer/KVM Switch
Connection Ports
Remote Receiver unit
VGA Tuning
Control
Console Keyboard &
Mouse Ports
RJ-45
Connection
RJ-45
Connection
DIP Switches
Console
Connection Ports
Power Adapter
Connection
Console
Video Port
Computer
Connection Ports
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Installation
Important: Make sure all of your computers and peripherals are switched OFF before
proceeding with the installation.
Transmitter Unit
If the distance between the Local Transmitter and the Remote Receiver is greater than 90
metres (300 feet) you must set DIP switches 1 & 2 on the side of the Transmitter unit to ON.
1. Connect your keyboard, mouse and monitor to the Local Console ports on the
Transmitter unit.
2. Using a 3-in-1 KVM cable, connect the ports labelled PC / KVM on the Transmitter unit to
the keyboard, mouse and video ports on your computer or the keyboard, video and
mouse control console ports on your KVM switch.
3. Connect the CAT5 (or higher) network cable to the RJ-45 port
Remote Receiver Unit
1. Connect your keyboard, mouse and monitor to the ports on the Remote unit.
2. Using the supplied 3-in-1 KVM cable, connect the keyboard, video and mouse ports
labelled LOCAL PC to the keyboard, video and mouse ports on your local PC.
3. Connect the CAT5 (or higher) network cable to the RJ-45 port
4. Connect the power supply jack to the port on the Remote unit. Plug the power supply into
the mains
Powering up and checking the installation
1. Power on the PC connected to the Remote Receiver unit and then power on the PC /
KVM Switch installation connected to the Local Transmitter unit.
2. Check the display quality at the Remote Receiver console. Rotate the VGA Tuning
control to adjust the picture quality. If this does not provide a good enough picture quality
try changing the dip switches to all possible settings and try VGA tuning again until you
get the best result.
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LED Status Indicators
Remote Receiver Unit
LED STATUS MEANING
LOCAL RED The console is switched to the workstation
LOCAL
REMOTE RED
REMOTE SOLID
FLASHING
RED
LED STATUS MEANING
POWER OFF No computer(s) connected to the Local Transmitter.
POWER RED Computer(s) connected to the Local Transmitter.
STATUS
REMOTE OFF
FLASHING
RED
Keyboard hotkey commands (Remote Receiver only)
Both consoles of the extender can have simultaneous access to the connected server or KVM
switch. Active keyboard and mouse access is governed by a short timeout period.
When you access from the local console at the Transmitter unit you can use operate your KVM
switch using its regular keyboard hotkeys. When you use the remote console you have two
additional hotkeys that allow you to switch between your workstation and remote KVM access:
You can switch console control at the Remote Receiver unit from PC port (connected
workstation) to RJ-45 port (the PC / KVM switch connected to the Local Transmitter) using this
simple hotkey command:
The console is switched to the workstation, but the
PC is turned off or not connected.
The console is switched to the remote computer /
KVM Switch
The console is switched to the remote computer /
KVM Switch but the computer(s) are not connected or
are switched off.
Local Transmitter Unit
Flashes when there is local console keyboard/mouse
activity.
When there is no console keyboard/mouse activity
this LED remains off.
Scroll
Lock
+ +
Scroll
Lock
C
= select ‘PC Port’ or ‘RJ-45 Port (Remote KVM access)
When switching, the appropriate LOCAL and REMOTE LED will light on the Remote unit. You
will also hear an audible confirmation. You can enable and disable this audible beeper using
this hotkey command:
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
+ +
Q
= Beeper ON/OFF
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Troubleshooting
There are no LED’s illuminated on the Remote Receiver unit
Ensure that the AC Adapter is plugged into the mains and the jack is plugged into
the socket on the Remote Receiver.
Verify that the connected PC is switched on. Otherwise it may result in display
problems.
There is no video signal displayed on the monitor
Check that the VGA cables and CAT5 cable are properly connected to the
respective ports on the Receiver and Transmitter units.
Ensure the VGA cables are correctly connected to the computers
Make sure the power adapter is connected to the Receiver
If you still can’t see a picture, try connecting with a short CAT5 patch cable to make
sure there is not a fault with the CAT5 cable.
The display is ‘foggy’ or unclear.
Check that the VGA cables are properly connected.
Try adjusting the VGA Tuning control as described in section Installation
Ensure that the VGA resolution is not set too high for the length of Ethernet cable
that is used.
Try a higher specification or shorter length CAT5, 5e or 6 cable
Try reducing the display resolution.
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Einführung
Dieser KVM-Extender erlaubt Ihnen Monitor-, Maus- und Tastatursignale zu Ihrem PC oder
KVM-Switch über günstiges Cat.5 Netzwerkkabel über eine Entfernung bis zu 150m zu senden.
Der KVM Extender SMART besteht aus einem Transmitter (Local Unit) und einem Receiver
(Remote) Unit. Der Local Unit (Transmitter) wird am fernzubedienenden PC oder KVM Switch
angeschlossen, der Receiver (Remote Unit) befindet sich (wie eine Fernbedienung: Remote
Control) beim User. Die beiden Units werden mit preiswertem Netzwerkkabel Cat.5 oder höher
verbunden.
Der KVM Extender SMART ist der ideale KVM-Extender für Netwerkadministratoren: An der
lokalen Seiten am KVM Switch erklaubt er zusätzlich den Anschluss einer Arbeitskonsole mit
Monitor, Maus und Tastatur. Dies ist für Wartungsarbeiten eine quasi unverzichtbare Option.
Beide Konsolen können simultan arbeiten, der aktive Zugriff wird über einen kurzen Time-out
geteilt. Und der Extender erlaubt am Büroarbeitsplatz (Remote) zusätzlich den Anschluss eines
Arbeitsplatzrechners, so dass der User / Admin bei Bedarf vom Arbeitsplatzrechner jeder Zeit
auf den KVM-Switch im Serverraum umschalten kann.
Beispielkonfiguration mit einem PC
Remote C
Beispielkonfiguration mit einem KVM Switch
onsole
Remote Receiver
Remote Console
Remote Receiver
Remote
Operators PC
Remote
O
erators PC
Bis 150m
Kabellänge
Bis 150m
Kabellänge
Local Console
Local Transmitter
Local Console
Local Computer
Local
Transmitter
KVM Switch
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